Convertible covers for side when top is down.....

[OldCoastie]

I just learned that two covers are suppose to be provided upon delivery that can be manually instoll to cover that large long void when the top is down. Does anybody know about this, and can you verify for me they are suppose to be provided..... Thanks

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[DT-GT]

Many years ago in early S550 days the covers were provided, but Ford stopped because of quite a few issues. If driven with them in-place they would rub and sometimes fray areas of the top. And, they had to be removed and stored before raising the top. So, they were discontinued. But, if interested in purchasing you can still find them in a few places.

I got them for my 2022 S550 convertible. Modified them with some additional foam and felt in certain spots so that they would not damage the top’s material. They also fit my S650. I’ve used them when my car is on display in a show, but generally do not mess with them at any other time. I have them so they’re available for car shows. If I did not have them, knowing what I do now, I wouldn’t spend the time or effort.

 

[MAT1955]

They can easily damage your top - and - quickly. Stay away from them IMO.

 

[jbrnigan]

I bought a pair of these covers on the marketplace for 20 bucks - they were NOS - brand new. I have had them on and off for 1000's of miles and not the first sign of wear, abrasion, discolorization or other "damage" to the fabric of my top. The foam "gaskets on my covers are/were pristine and contact the the folded top fabric where they are supposed to. I get it, some previous owners had "issues" that I haven't experienced. I like the way they cover the "gap" when the top is folded. Before uising, I found leaves, bugs, and other debris in that opening housing the folding mechanism.

 

[Alex381]

I’ve got about 10k miles on my GT convertible and primarily with the top down. I wanted the covers when I bought my car, but it didn’t include them. I figured I’d go a couple thousand miles and see if I still cared. I don’t at all. They’re completely unnecessary, they can damage the top, and they only make it take longer to drop or raise the top. I wouldn’t worry about it.

 

[OldCoastie]

Thank you so much for clearing thi up, nice to know the story.....MANY THANKS

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